Camping

at Onondaga Cave State Park

Onondaga Cave State Park campground offers basic and electric/water campsites and a special-use camping area. For a little extra space, try one of the park's family campsites.

The campground also contains a playground and an amphitheater, where nature programs are presented during the on-season. Camping supplies are available at the park store.

You are now able to reserve your Missouri State Parks campsite up to 12 months in advance, expanding from the previous six-month window. To make a reservation or view campsites details, photos and availability, go to the reservation website by clicking the "Make a Reservation" link below and start planning your trip today. Reservations may also be made by calling toll free 877-ICampMO (877-422-6766). A printable campground map is available for your reference by clicking the "Campground Map" link.

*50-amp electric sites available.

For a $5 fee, non-campers may use a vacant electric campsite for the purpose of charging their electric vehicle for a period not to exceed one hour.

Important Camping Information:

• The campground is fully reservable.
• Park staff are not able to make any changes to camping reservations prior to arrival. Contact the reservation call center or log into your account online to modify or cancel a reservation.
• Reservable sites may be available on a walk-up registration basis if the site is not reserved. Before occupying a site, check with the park staff or follow the directions on the posted card or signs.
• Firewood is available for purchase from the campground host.
• Campers planning to carry in firewood must comply with current firewood advisories.
• Frost free spigots are available at several locations through-out the park. They can be found at the day-use area, near each launch area, dump station at the shelter area and near the visitor center in the front center garden.
• Camping is limited to any 15 days within a 30-consecutive-day period at any one park or historic site.

• We recommend no more than two dogs per campsite. Pets must be supervised and kept on leashes no longer than 10 feet at all times. Portable fences, shock collars and other electronic devices do not meet these requirements. Pet waste bags are available in most locations. Other than service animals, pets are not allowed inside any building that is not part of the Cabins for Canines program, or in public swimming areas or waters reserved for fishing.

Park Gate Information

Park gates may be closed after 11 p.m. during the on-season. Campers need to be sure to arrive prior to this time.

Other Types of Camping Areas Available in the Park:

Special-use camping area